Erdi is Albanian and has been at WAT since 2015. He has a Master's degree in Sport Sciences from the University of Sports in Tirana and is a certified MYP Physical and Health Education teacher.
Our supportive and dedicated teaching and leadership team play a crucial role in the overall development and success of our students. Academic support helps students excel in their studies, while pastoral care ensures their well-being and emotional growth. We aim to fostering a global outlook with a love of learning that continues beyond our students' time at World Academy of Tirana.
Erdi Kuburi
PE Teacher
Jerbylyn Agtutubo
Maths Teacher
Jona Cela
Maths Teacher
Jona is from Albania and joined WAT in 2015. She has a Bachelor's degree in Mathematical Sciences and a Scientific Masters in Teaching Mathematics. Jona is a CAS coordinator and has completed many IB trainings.
Klajdi Aruci
Athletics Coordinator & PE Teacher
Klajdi is from Albania. He joined WAT in 2021. Klajdi has a Bachelor's degree from the University of Sport, Tirana, specialising in physical activity and recreation, and a Master's degree in Teaching from Marin Barleti University. He is the role Athletics Coordinator at WAT.
Klea Cicko
Economics Teacher
Klea is Albanian. She joined WAT in 2022. Klea has a Bachelor's degree in Economics from the University of Tirana, Albania and a Master's degree in Advanced Economics from La Sapienza University of Rome, Italy.
Livia Shahini
German Teacher
Livia is from Albania and joined WAT in 2022. She has a Bachelor's degree in German-English Languages from the University of Aleksandër Moisiu in Durrës, Albania and a Master of Science degree in German Language Teaching for Upper Secondary Education from the University of Foreign Languages in Tirana.
Mariglend Pepmarku
Humanties Teacher
Mariglend is from Albania and joined WAT in 2023. He has Bachelor's and Master of Science degrees in Financial Accounting from the Agricultural University of Tirana, Albania and was part of the Erasmus+ Master Mobility in Finance and Accounting at the Warsaw University of Life Sciences, Poland. He also participated in the MOQUAS Study Program during his Masters, studying Markets, Organisation, Quality, Services and Policies in Southern Agriculture in Montpellier, France. Mariglend is a Ph.D. Candidate, doing his Doctoral Studies in Knowledge Management, focusing on embracing knowledge management for business strategies in the Sustainable Tourism & Hospitality sector in Slovenia.
Marlise Torres
Art Teacher
Mohammad Kadous
ICT Teacher
Mohammad is from Egypt and joined WAT in 2023. He has a Master's degree and a PGCE from The University of Liverpool, UK.
Nerajda Dada
Arts Teacher
Nerajda is from Albania and joined WAT in 2018. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree and a Master of Science degree in Fashion Design Art from the University of Arts in Tirana. Nerajda attended a range of IB workshops and trainings in Education.
Pjereta Shytani
Albanian Teacher
Pjereta is from Albania. She joined WAT in 2020 and has Master's degrees in Literature and in Psychology. Pjereta has been an IB Examiner for many years for Language A Albanian Literature and Extended Essays.
Suzana Janku
Albanian History and Geography
Suzana is from Albania. She joined WAT in 2022. She has a degree in Elementary School Teaching from the University of Albania and a Master’s in Business Administration. Suzana has participated in many courses on Leadership and School Management, Modern Management of Schools, gender relevance issues and developments in education.
Adelina Xhafa
Academic Secretary
Adelina is from Albania. She has a Master's in History and Geography, and joined WAT in 2014. Adelina has completed relevant IB workshops and child safety workshops. Her main role is to ensure that local academic requirements are met, as well as coordinating administrative tasks.
Kinda is from Syria and joined WAT in 2015. She has a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the University of Damascus' Faculty of Economics and has completed several workshops for WDN in Jordan, Child Safety Workshops and a Professional Development course for supporting children with special needs from the Center for Guided Montessori Studies. Kinda enjoys welcoming new families to WAT and learning about each student's unique experiences.
Juljana is from Albania and joined WAT in 2024. She graduated from the Agricultural University of Tirana, Faculty of Economics. Juljana is experienced in customer service, with excellent communication skills, following different professional development trainings.
Valmir Tertini
Director of Media Club
Valmir is from Kosovo and joined WAT in 2019. He is a film director and a PhD Candidate, having studied Film in Kosovo and obtaining a Master's from The Arts Academy in Tirana. Valmir has directed and produced several artistic films and documentaries. He has several international prizes and a passion for training and mentoring young artists.
Mohammad Arnaout
IT Specialist
Mohammad is from Syria with Albanian origins. He Joined WAT in 2015 before studying Information Technology in Australia and obtaining various other certifications in web development and graphic design. He is a certified Internet Web Master and has completed several online child safety courses.
Anxhela Dhamo
Finance Specialist
Anxhela is from Albania. She joined WAT in 2015. Anxhela has a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and a Master's degree on Finances from the Faculty of Economics, Tirana. She has also completed various Financial and Accounting professional courses.